It is important that crew members who have not identified a particular fire department are familiar with the types of fire extinguishers they will encounter indoors and in their workplaces. Such crew members shall be instructed in the use of the type of fire extinguisher appropriate to each type of discharge of water, foam, dry powder, carbon dioxide, etc. They are included in the SOLAS Ship Training Manual.
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In each fire practice, at least one fire extinguisher must be discharged by another crew member so that both fire crew members and other crew members have experience using fire extinguishers. Crew members should also be familiar with the location and methods of activating fire alarms in residential areas and their workplaces.
It is also important that all crew members, especially those whose workplace is in the engineering space, are familiar with the escape routes from any part of the ship on which they are likely to be at work or off duty. Such acquaintance must be such that the escape can be made in the dark or through smoke, and must include acquaintance with the location and hatches.
means of opening any windows for emergencies or
Firefighting format
Participation in fire drills does not necessarily require direct involvement in firefighting, but may include back-up participation in fire parties. On some ships, each crew member must be familiar with all aspects of firefighting and the use of all firefighting equipment on board.
The instructions should not be limited to firefighting activities, but should include instructions to prevent fires, including accommodation.
in galleys, engine rooms, cargo compartments and on board, firefighting instruction complements training conducted on shore firefighting courses and relates primarily to the specific equipment available on board and the nature of the fire hazard on board.
The second stage of drilling, ie assembly and drilling at survival stations, should be carried out for fire or other emergency exercises. This stage of training for ship electrician and other crew must be announced by a signal used to summon crew members to the survival station.
Details of all drills carried must be entered in the OLB, deck books and engine logs.
